Diagnostic Procedures for Viral, Rickettsial and Chlamydial Infections

This landmark volume provides the user with pertinent information on the most appropriate laboratory methods for the diagnosis of viral, rickettsial, chlamydial, and ehrlicheal diseases of clinical and public health importance. The book provides a framework of biological, clinical, immunological, and epidemiological information for the interpretation and evaluation of laboratory results. Chapters include Cellular Pathology, Antiviral Susceptibility, Predictive Value of Diagnostic Tests, Viral Taxonomy and Ehrlicheae.